NBR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NBR - Nabors Industries Ltd.
$84.56
0.32 (0.37%)
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5d:
+11.79%
30d:
+10.78%
90d:
-18.47%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NBR trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -32.6% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: NBR trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -32.6% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$126.45
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$78.52
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NBR is currently trading at $84.56, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $79.01 to $84.67. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 23.3) compared to its historical average (76.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 32.6% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $75.38, while resistance sits at $87.82.
Market Sentiment: NBR has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $107.38 (+27.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $75.38, while resistance sits at $87.82.
Market Sentiment: NBR has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $107.38 (+27.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$79.01 -
$84.67
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
76.2%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 27.5% below Wall St target ($107.38)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$79.01 -
$84.67
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$75.38
Resistance Level
$87.82
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.34
Wall Street Target
$107.38
(+27.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.2%
Profit Margin
7.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-32.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.3 vs 76.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-32.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$75.82
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$68.23
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$61.41
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→76)
$201.06
(+139%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 5.78 | Current EPS (TTM): $14.82
Bull Case
$47.12
(-44%)
Analyst growth -50.0%, PE expands to 6.4
Base Case
$42.83
(-49%)
Market implied -50.0%, PE stable at 5.8
Bear Case
$58.26
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 4.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 23.3 to 76.4
Stabilization Target:
$275.80
(+227.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+227.4%
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